Phlebotomy Specialist

Care for donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors.

• Perform venipuncture on donors to begin pheresis process
• Evaluate vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems
• Ensure donation process is efficient and makes adjustments when necessary
• May educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma
• Ensure that all donor questions are answered timely, accurately and professionally
• Use Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process
• Required to perform calibrations and verify that maintenance has been performed as outlined in the SOPs
• Collects arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing
• Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum twelve (12) months experience in a medical or health care environment preferred
• Ability to complete routine forms or conduct routine oral communications
• Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation
• Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time